People often say my dua is not answered. The first thing to do is praise Allah (swt). The second step is to ask forgiveness.

The third step is to send peace and blessings on our Prophet (pbuh). Ask from Allah in your own language, make your most heart felt dua. When you cry during dua it takes your duas to the next level!

When you end your dua then repeat your request again and cry to Allah. If you preceed your duas with a good deed, that makes it even better.